AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-16 06:00–09:00 JST｜Page 2 of 3https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 129 items from 4 sources; Japan, 73 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Preparing for inheritance with laughter: “しあわせ落語” and an expert talk show to be held on November 19 at Kirigaya Funeral Hall in Tokyohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397733Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社デザインライフ will hold a “Shiawase Rakugo” performance and a talk show with inheritance specialists at Tokyo Kirigaya Funeral Hall on November 19, 2026. Admission is free, capacity is 160 people, and advance reservations are required. The company is also seeking local collaboration partners. “Nagasaki’s Future Support Pokémon” Ampharos teams up with Nagasaki fermented tea! “Ampharos’s Nagasaki Fragrant Loquat Tea” goes on sale October 22https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397734https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397734Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:05:18 +0900JapanPR TIMESAs part of 株式会社ポケモン’s “Pokémon Local Acts” initiative, 株式会社サンダイ will launch a new product, “Ampharos’s Nagasaki Fragrant Loquat Tea,” featuring the “Nagasaki Future Support Pokémon” Ampharos, on October 22, 2026. “World of Illusory Light” illuminates a 1350-year-old temple: bamboo lights and projection mapping at Toko-inhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397757https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397757Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA special nighttime event, “World of Illusory Light,” combining bamboo lights and projection mapping, will be held from October 30 to November 3 at 法隆寺東光院 in Ayabe, Kyoto Prefecture. 株式会社レクストライブ will handle the visual production, with the event aiming to revitalize the community and attract tourists. American car-loving women gather in Saitama! “American Car Girls Meeting” to be held December 6! Entries open to women owners!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397756https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397756Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アカネソリューションズ announced that it will hold “American Car Girls Meeting in Saitama,” a fan event for women who love American cars, in Kitamoto, Saitama Prefecture, on December 6, 2026. Entries are now open, and activities include professional photography and awards. [Amazon Prime Big Deal Days] RebotAi’s 10-inch Android tablet “D101PRO” is 53% off at 11,399 yen! Special pricing on the Android 16 model with Gemini AI supporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397755https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397755Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESDuring Amazon Prime Big Deal Days (October 16–19, 2026), RebotAi will sell its 10-inch Android tablet “D101PRO” for a special price of 11,399 yen, 53% off its regular price of 23,999 yen. Added 3 occupation-specific courses to generative AI training. Exercises are fixed by occupation, and applicants must enroll in a course that matches their job responsibilities.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397754https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397754Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ノックデザイン has added 3 courses to its generative AI training for small and midsize businesses, “Generative AI Utilization Training,” with exercises tailored to specific occupations: sales, administrative and management departments, and recruiting and human resources. The courses became available in September 2026. Applicants must enroll in a course that matches their job responsibilities. Fourway and business media outlet “Business Plus” to promote collaboration through publishing and executive interviews on October 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397753https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397753Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社フォーウェイ and business media outlet “Business Plus” entered into a business partnership effective October 1, 2026, to promote collaboration through publishing and executive interviews. [For non-engineers] Claude Code corporate training service website revamped, with details on enrollment requirements, 4-layer security measures, and the curriculum for Sessions 0–4https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397752https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397752Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESDAIJOBU株式会社 has revamped the service website for its “Claude Code Corporate Training” for non-engineers, adding details on enrollment requirements, 4-layer security measures, and the curriculum for Sessions 0–4. TikTok account for food creator platform “FOOD FORCE STUDIO（FFS）” surpasses 10 million yen in monthly sales under performance-based modelhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397751https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397751Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社モールハック, a joint venture between 松屋フーズホールディングス and GastroduceJapan株式会社, announced that the TikTok account for its food creator platform “FOOD FORCE STUDIO（FFS）” surpassed 10 million yen in monthly sales under a performance-based model. Sotas begins providing “Sotas Chemical Survey” to トヨタ紡織, supporting advanced chemical substance management and regulatory compliance assessmentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397750https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397750Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSotas株式会社 has begun providing “Sotas Chemical Survey” to トヨタ紡織株式会社. The service uses AI and specialists to accurately read and register SDSs, helping centralize chemical product information and streamline regulatory compliance assessments. Development is also underway on a feature for compliance with the PRTR system, and the company continues to grow at a monthly rate of 15%. Ranking of the most-searched criteria for whole-property rentals this summerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397749https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397749Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTABILMO, a booking site specializing in whole-property rentals, announced the results of its search criteria survey for August 2026. “Barbecue” ranked 1st, “Pets allowed” 2nd, and “Pool” 3rd, with the top 5 criteria accounting for about 40% of all searches. The site recommends that owners clarify guest experiences, prepare for bad weather, and consider accepting pets. “Kintaro goes to the Aomori Nebuta Festival 2026!” Documentary about Kintaro, who made waves on social media this summer, to air for the first time!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397748https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397748Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本デジタル配信株式会社 announced that it will premiere on October 18 a documentary following comedian Kintaro as she takes part in the Aomori Nebuta Festival 2026. The program will air on the regional information channel “satonoka 4K/TV.” Born from the East Asian medical belief that “hair is the surplus of blood”: the conditioner-free, “jet-black” UIMUI Scalp Shampoo debutshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397747https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397747Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESKampo wellness brand 『澄善堂』 launched its conditioner-free scalp shampoo 『UIMUI Scalp Shampoo』, developed on the basis of the East Asian medical belief that “hair is the surplus of blood,” on Amazon and its official online store on October 9, 2026. 『ki duki』, a lifestyle goods brand designed by YouTube channel OKUDAIRA BASE, with 360,000 subscribers, officially launches on Japan’s largest handmade marketplace, Creemahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397746https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397746Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLifestyle YouTuber Shinji Okudaira’s lifestyle goods brand 「ki duki」 (operated by 株式会社CORES) opened its official store on Japan’s largest handmade marketplace, 「Creema」, on September 30, 2026, and began selling 18 items. Beyond 180° lies a world of its own. Capturing a 220° field of view in medium format: AstrHori’s new circular fisheye MF lens, “AstrHori 8mm F2.4 CIRCULAR FISHEYE”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397745https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397745Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESE&Iクリエイション株式会社は、AstrHoriの中判ミラーレス対応円周魚眼単焦点交換レンズ「AstrHori 8mm F2.4 CIRCULAR FISHEYE」を2026年10月16日に発売する。画角220°、開放F2.4、最短撮影距離0.1mの特徴を持ち、富士フイルムGマウントとハッセルブラッドXマウントに対応する。価格は79,000円（税込）。 GBP株式会社 wins the Excellence Award at JEMA’s “75th Electrical Industry Technical Achievement Awards” for developing a “main-line aluminum conversion solution” to address challenges such as copper wire theft and rising costs at solar power plantshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397744https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397744Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGBP株式会社 won the Excellence Award in the power sector at the “75th Electrical Industry Technical Achievement Awards,” hosted by JEMA. The company was recognized for developing a “main-line aluminum conversion solution” to address copper wire theft and rising costs at solar power plants. [Online seminar: Turning the office into a platform for organizational growth—The forefront of office strategy and operational improvements practiced by strategic general affairs] 三菱地所リアルエステートサービス to hold a seminar for corporate CRE professionalshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397743https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397743Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES三菱地所リアルエステートサービス株式会社 and 株式会社パソナ日本総務部 will co-host a free online seminar for corporate CRE professionals. [Community development through sports DX in Sapporo, powered by AI cameras] Hokkaido’s first full-scale operation of 「マチスポ」 launches at Moerenuma Park Baseball Stadium!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397742https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397742Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHokkaido’s first community development initiative through sports DX, 「マチスポ」, has begun full-scale operations at Moerenuma Park Baseball Stadium. A year-long trial recorded more than 100,000 cumulative viewers, and a new streaming site, 「札幌ベースボールAIライブ」, was also launched. A novel born from the literary club of 「はじめての」, the YOASOBI–Naoki Prize-winning authors project, 『センパイを殺したいので女装する』 to be published, and YOASOBI’s song “KILLA” set for release!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397741https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397741Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe novel 『センパイを殺したいので女装する』, born from the literary club of 「はじめての」, a project by YOASOBI and 4 Naoki Prize-winning authors, will be published by 水鈴社, and YOASOBI’s song “KILLA” is set for release later this year. Major update to TOEIC® preparation content in AI English-learning app 『レシピー』! - 株式会社ポリグロッツ (POLYGLOTS)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397740https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397740Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ポリグロッツ has substantially updated the TOEIC® L&R TEST preparation content in its AI English-learning app, 『レシピー』. It has added original practice questions for Part 6 (text completion) and completed coverage of all 7 parts. Lecture videos covering the trends in questions and how to solve them for each part have also been added. Do you like trains? Surprisingly, more women than men want to ride luxury sightseeing trains, with about 40% of women interested: a survey of 6,354 people [Commissioned primary-data surveys for the SEO and AIO era]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397739https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397739Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社メディアシーク conducted a survey on attitudes toward rail travel using 「アイコニット・リサーチ」, the survey feature in the QR/barcode reader app 「アイコニット」. Responses from 6,354 people yielded notable primary data, including that about 40% of women want to ride a luxury sightseeing train. SUPER EIGHT’s Shingo Yasuda featured in the lead interview! 『るるぶ 奄美 屋久島 種子島’28』 goes on sale Tuesday, December 8, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397738https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397738Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社JTBパブリッシング will release the travel guidebook 『るるぶ 奄美 屋久島 種子島’28』, featuring a lead interview with Shingo Yasuda of SUPER EIGHT, on December 8, 2026. [Additional rewards announced] 北海道GRUS to add new rewards featuring the team logo and characters from October 16!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397737https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397737Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESスポチュニティ株式会社 announced that it will add limited-edition rewards featuring the 北海道GRUS team logo and characters to the team’s crowdfunding campaign from October 16. Home games against 名古屋オルクス will also be held in Kushiro on October 17 and 18. IT Passport Exam Pass Curriculum Now Available!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397736https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397736Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES「アガルートアカデミー」, operated by 株式会社アガルート, has launched an IT Passport Exam pass curriculum. Its features include mastering the fundamentals in about 12 hours, a 100-question mock exam reflecting the latest trends, a digital book library, a mobile app and an online question service. “2026 MAMA AWARDS” announces its second lineup of performing artists, including BIGBANG, KO1KEYZ and &TEAM! Set to feature the largest number of performing artists in MAMA AWARDS history in a single regionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397735https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397735Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCJ ENM announced the second lineup of performing artists for the “2026 MAMA AWARDS,” to be held at Kyocera Dome Osaka on November 20 and 21, 2026. BIGBANG, &TEAM and others will perform, with Visa as the title sponsor. [Title] Ehime-based Yano Aoyama Architects wins the JIA Shikoku Architecture Award Grand Prize and 2 Good Design Awards — 7 architecture and design awards for 5 works in 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397721Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESYano Aoyama Architects in Ehime Prefecture won 7 architecture and design awards for 5 works in 2026. The firm received the JIA Shikoku Architecture Award Grand Prize and 3 Good Design Awards, among others, and was recognized for its design approach using CLT produced in Ehime Prefecture. “Carbon Credit Creators Lab,” a co-creation community putting the “creators” of carbon credits center stage, launcheshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397722Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:49:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社FIY has launched “Carbon Credit Creators Lab,” a co-creation community for businesses working to generate carbon credits, and has begun recruiting 3 participating companies and creator members. Put your experience to work in a new business environment: 17-page practical guide for manufacturers’ customer-facing professionals released free of chargehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397589https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397589Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:44:47 +0900JapanPR TIMESリクエスト株式会社 has released free of charge “Putting Your Experience to Work in a New Business Environment: A Practical Guide to Updating Your Perspective and Judgment” for customer-facing professionals at manufacturers. Adapt the role of manufacturers’ customer-facing professionals to market changes: 26-page guide to training design and operations released free of chargehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397590https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397590Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:44:13 +0900JapanPR TIMESリクエスト株式会社 has released free of charge “Adapting the Role of Customer-Facing Professionals to Market Changes: A Guide to Designing and Operating Training for Manufacturers” for manufacturers that do business through retailers and distributors. NPO法人famica appoints certified public accountant and tax accountant Mamoru Ikeda as auditorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397591https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397591Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:39:24 +0900JapanPR TIMES特定非営利活動法人famica has appointed certified public accountant and tax accountant Mamoru Ikeda as auditor, aiming to ensure proper management of donations, improve accounting transparency and strengthen its governance structure. A public art exhibition by the next generation of artists, born beneath Yokohama’s elevated railway tracks: “Hodogaya Underpass ART LINE 2026” opens October 23 (Friday) between Hoshikawa and Tennocho stations on the Sotetsu Linehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397594https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397594Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESPILE – A collaborative studio – will hold the public art exhibition “Hodogaya Underpass ART LINE 2026” beneath the elevated railway and elsewhere between Hoshikawa and Tennocho stations on the Sotetsu Line in Yokohama from October 23 to November 23, 2026, showcasing the results of its “PUSH FOR CREATION” program supporting emerging artists. XR offers a new option for amusement parks — 日本XRセンター joins industry association “JAIA”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397593https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397593Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日本XRセンター joined the Amusement Facilities Business Division of 一般社団法人日本アミューズメント産業協会（JAIA） in September 2026 and is stepping up the nationwide rollout of all-weather XR attractions with replaceable content. “Umigome (Mii),” which links waste collection to waste prevention, begins offering municipal programs for fiscal 2027 (Reiwa 9)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397592https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397592Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES特定非営利活動法人issue+designは、海洋ごみ問題解決を目指すプロジェクト『うみごme（みぃ）』の令和9年度（2027年度）向け自治体導入メニューと概算見積りの受付を開始した。 NPO法人ファミカ opens Fleur Uehommachi Nursery School, a small-scale childcare center approved by Takatsuki Cityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397510https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397510Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:24:00 +0900JapanPR TIMES特定非営利活動法人ファミカ will open the small-scale childcare center Fleur Uehommachi Nursery School on April 1, 2026, with approval from Takatsuki City. It will have a capacity of 19 children and serve children from 0 to 2 years old. Starting 10/19, “Buramoni” features conversations between Yukari Oshima and Kiyoshi Nishikawa, and between Junretsu’s Kazuyoshi Sakai and Kuniko Yamada! Win Buramoni rice grown in Takachiho, harvested by Oshima.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397426https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397426Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:12:56 +0900JapanPR TIMESTBSラジオ’s “BRAND-NEW MORNING” will hold a special week starting October 19, featuring a giveaway of “Buramoni rice” grown in the terraced rice fields of Takachiho, Miyazaki Prefecture, and conversations with guests including Kiyoshi Nishikawa and Kuniko Yamada. Music, film and art: animation artist Ryoshi Yamada’s solo exhibition “CITYNESS 2012–2026” opens in Higashi-Ginza on 10/23https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397429https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397429Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnimation artist Ryoshi Yamada’s solo exhibition “CITYNESS 2012–2026” opens on October 23, 2026, at the art space SHUTL in Higashi-Ginza. The exhibition will feature screenings of the “CITYNESS” trilogy and new drawings. Admission is ¥1,000. 広島市西区横川駅前に「ギフトのお店 シェリマ」が新規オープン。3000アイテム以上の品揃えを誇るギフト専門店が登場します。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397428https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397428Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社理由が運営するギフト専門店「ギフトのお店 シェリマ」が、10月16日に広島市西区横川駅前に新規オープンした。3000アイテム以上の品揃えを誇り、専任コンシェルジュによる提案やウェブルーミング販売形態を採用している。 [Opening 2026.10.24] “zen place pilates Honancho,” a zen place Pilates and yoga studio, among 150 locations nationwide; coupon brings a mat group trial lesson down to ¥500https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397427https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397427Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ZEN PLACE will open the Pilates-only studio “zen place pilates 方南町スタジオ” on Oct. 24, 2026, a 4-minute walk from Honancho Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line. It operates 150 locations in Japan, and a group mat class trial is available for ¥500 with a coupon. 自家配合飼料プラントの取り扱いを開始 ミルストーンhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397415https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397415Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ミルストーン has begun handling its own-feed blending plants and will start offering them in October 2026. [Matsudo City only] November-only campaign | Clear out children’s rooms before exam season! Pickup of old study desks, bookshelves and schoolbag racks | Unwanted-item collection by まるっと本舗https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397287https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397287Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESまるっと本舗, an unwanted-item collection service operated by SYSTR株式会社, is running a campaign in Matsudo City in November 2026 to collect children’s room furniture, including study desks, bookshelves and schoolbag racks. It offers a discount of up to 1,000 yen when customers use a flat-rate package. [Tama area, final winter preparations in November] Safe collection of swollen batteries before clearing storage sheds in Tachikawa, Hachioji and Machida and putting electric-assist bicycles into winter storage | On-site service for 7,700 yen, including batteries municipalities will not collect [Continues in November]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397288https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397288Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:33:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESSYSTR株式会社 will continue its まるっと本舗 unwanted-item collection service in November across the Tama area, including Tachikawa, Hachioji and Machida, collecting items that include swollen lithium-ion batteries. The service supports the safe disposal of batteries that municipalities have difficulty collecting and offers flat-rate pricing and an emergency-response option. Nana Mori and Aju Makita co-star in a live-action adaptation of the blockbuster that became the first-ever work to win 9 mystery awards! The main trailer for Prime Original drama “地雷グリコ,” featuring 5 games in the “ultimate battle of wits” with youth at stake, is unveiled!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397270https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397270Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe main trailer, key visual and stills for Prime Original drama “地雷グリコ,” planned and produced by 株式会社THE SEVEN, have been unveiled. The series will be available exclusively worldwide on Prime Video starting Nov. 13. [No. 1 for 11 consecutive months] TikTok live-commerce channel “燕チャンネル” takes first place in TikTok’s September Star Rankinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397269https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397269Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“燕チャンネル,” a TikTok live-commerce channel operated by 株式会社Sホールディングス, took first place in TikTok’s September 2026 Star Ranking, securing the top spot for 11 consecutive months since November 2025. “A Complete PDF Manual for Work [3rd Edition]” goes on sale Oct. 27, 2026! A comprehensive guide to the latest features, from the basics to Acrobat Reader and Acrobat, electronic signatures and smartphone usehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397268https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397268Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社秀和システム新社 will publish “A Complete PDF Manual for Work [3rd Edition]” on Oct. 27, 2026. This illustrated guide explains how to use Acrobat Reader, Acrobat, AI assistants, Dropbox, Google Docs and more. 【中国の農村から世界最大の暗号資産取引所へ】バイナンス創業者CZ、初の自伝『フリーダム・オブ・マネー』が日本上陸https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397267https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397267Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社文響社は、バイナンス創業者CZ（チャンポン・ジャオ）の初の自伝『フリーダム・オブ・マネー』を2026年10月19日に発売する。 張宮熊's view: The US-China currency war—a struggle over whether global hegemony will change handshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397663https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397663Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Professor 張宮熊 analyzed the US-China currency war, saying China is challenging the dollar's dominance by increasing its gold holdings and promoting the digital yuan, while the United States relies on stablecoins and digital gold to maintain its position. The contest will determine who holds global hegemony in the future. Explainer》Taiwanese men once had to serve as long as 3 years in the military! Why did some serve only 4 months, and why is it now 1 year? A look at more than 70 years of changes to military servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397662https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397662Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan reinstated 1-year compulsory military service on Jan. 1, 2024, mainly for men born in or after 94. The policy, based on national defense and the need for comprehensive training, replaces the previous 4-month military training program. Oct. 16 morning news brief | 健保署 announces major new policy taking effect! “Payment methods changing” / Typhoon Champi may strengthen into a severe typhoon, with “these 3 days” bringing it closest to Taiwan / Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang debate scheduled for “Oct. 31”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397661https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397661Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article covers several news stories: 健保署 introduces a new online banking payment option; Typhoon Champi is approaching Taiwan; Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang set a debate date; Panasonic recalls washing machines; 海灣開發 faces allegations of asset stripping; and Kenshi Yonezu will hold concerts. Lee Chi-tse’s view: Is Taiwan a burden or a hub? Unpacking a debate in Washingtonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397664https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397664Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A Washington think tank published opposing arguments by Kavanagh and Sbolik on whether the United States should send troops to defend Taiwan, revealing policy divisions amid U.S.-China negotiations and supply-chain restructuring. Lee Yun-yang’s view: Beware of breaking the law! Legal risks drone makers should consider, from government procurement to fundraisinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397665https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397665Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:40:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒錦明實業’s general manager was detained on suspicion of violating the Drone Act, highlighting legal risks in non-China supply chains. The article analyzes relevant court rulings and explains rules governing investment from Hong Kong and Macau, recommending that companies strengthen supply-chain management. Chen Yi-min’s view: Don’t let elections undermine expertisehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397667https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397667Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Chen Yi-min criticized Shen Po-yang for conflating medicines with drugs and advocating drug legalization. Citing the history of MDMA and methadone therapy, Chen emphasized the importance of public health expertise, saying Taiwan’s harm reduction program is an HIV prevention measure under medical supervision, not an attempt to legitimize drugs. Explainer》Fish can be nutritious, but the type matters! What’s the difference between tuna, swordfish and shark? A look at how much pregnant women and young children can eat each weekhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397666https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397666Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The FDA and Health Promotion Administration under the Ministry of Health and Welfare issued fish consumption guidelines for pregnant women, women of childbearing age and children, setting intake levels to balance Omega-3 nutrition with the risk of methylmercury exposure. Wang Chih-hsiung’s view: The Overseas Community Affairs Council’s wordless bookhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397668https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397668Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Overseas Community Affairs Council submitted a blank report to the Legislative Yuan, drawing fierce criticism from professor Wang Chih-hsiung, who called it a wordless book and an example of administrative dereliction. He questioned the justification for its budget and its attitude toward the legislature. Hsia Chen’s column: Shen Po-yang, not Shen Po-yang—not an ordinary godhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397669https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397669Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The column analyzes Shen Po-yang’s backing from Hsieh Chin-ho, Lee An-ni and others, noting that his image has shifted from radical to moderate, while his substance remains influenced by populism and divisive rhetoric. Opinion submission: Huang Hsin-chieh accused the Kuomintang of having two “vases,” while Lai Ching-te’s “presidential toilet” has 四 vaseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397356https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397356Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Legislative Yuan Speaker Han Kuo-yu warned in his National Day speech that Lai Ching-te should not let Taiwan become a sham democracy, saying the four branches of government had become vases. The article revisits Huang Hsin-chieh’s 1978 vase metaphor, criticizes constitutional amendments by Chiang and Lee for creating constitutional imbalance, and calls for a new constitutional compact. Xiao Zhan’s《藏海傳》only ranks 10th! The best 10 costume political intrigue dramas from the past 3 years: the top-ranked show rates higher than《太平年》, with a plot twist for the ageshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397355https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397355Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article compiles 10 highly rated costume political intrigue dramas that aired in the past 3 years, ranked by their Douban scores. The top-ranked show leads with an 8.8 rating. The list includes popular titles such as《太平年》and《藏海傳》, and analyzes each drama’s plot and audience response. Opinion: Research is not a presidential showcase of achievements, and the Nobel Prize is no political KPIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397357https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397357Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article criticizes President Lai Ching-te’s “333 Nobel Plan” and “Taiwan Bridges Program” as political KPIs, noting that experts at 中研院 say basic research cannot be generated through KPIs. It questions whether much of the NT$2 billion budget will go toward vanity projects while the deterioration of research conditions at the grassroots level is ignored. Chang Ching-wen column: Taiwan’s food-delivery acquisition reveals global capital restructuring; Grab’s shareholders have deep connectionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397358https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397358Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:45:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In 2026, Grab acquired foodpanda’s Taiwan operations for US$600 million, far below the US$950 million offer Uber made in 2024 that was rejected. The deal reveals a global asset restructuring by parent company Delivery Hero to optimize its capital structure, as well as a complex ownership structure backed by international investors, including Uber, behind Grab. Huang Chieh-cheng’s view: November, a critical moment for international affairs and the Taiwan Straithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397359https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397359Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:40:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Huang Chieh-cheng, an associate professor at Tamkang University, analyzes four elections and summits involving Israel, the United States, China and Taiwan in November. He warns Taiwan against misreading U.S.-China relations and stresses the need to safeguard the fairness of democratic elections amid great-power rivalry. Liao Yuan-hao’s view: The evils of fraternities, and the difficulty of abolishing themhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397360https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397360Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:35:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Liao Yuan-hao analyzes the controversy over fraternities at AU, noting that students dislike their culture but still desire the support of a community. In 2022, most voters opposed keeping them on campus, but the university refused to abolish them, citing donations and liability concerns, and argued that reform would be ineffective. Opinion: Weng Hsiao-ling is not crazy! A referendum to overturn Constitutional Court rulings would be a timely way for the people to check controversial rulingshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397363https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397363Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Legislator Weng Hsiao-ling proposed legislation to establish a mechanism for referendums to overturn Constitutional Court rulings, sparking controversy. Citing divorce and death penalty rulings, the article criticizes judicial practice for infringing on the rights of vulnerable groups and argues for stronger democratic oversight. What else can Taiwan do? From “all in the same boat” to irreplaceable national capabilitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397362https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397362Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒An author from 漢翔航空 urges Taiwan to build a “city on a mountaintop” narrative, demonstrating its irreplaceable strategic value in global supply chains and security frameworks by strengthening technological resilience, defense self-reliance and international cooperation. Graphic: Taiwan’s foreign-resident population tops 1.1 million! Japan and the United States are not the top countries; see the top 10 nationalitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397361https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397361Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒內政部移民署2026年8月數據顯示，在台外僑居留人口達110萬餘人，創新高。印尼籍居首，東南亞四國占九成以上，反映台灣外籍人口結構高度依賴東南亞移工。 Opinion: Xin Nan Xiang—A review of the DPP’s New Southbound Policy: Educationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397364https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397364Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:25:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Taiwan Solidarity Union strongly criticized the DPP’s New Southbound education policy, saying that for 10 years it had prioritized quantity over quality, leaving the higher education system dependent on Southeast Asian students. The article said large amounts of public funds had been invested but poorly implemented, while international students had become cheap labor and faced serious human rights and management problems. Opinion: The final mile to net zero and carbon reduction—when parking spaces start charging, fire services must also take a step forwardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397366https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397366Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In response to fire risks posed by electric vehicle charging, the author argues that fire services governance should shift from emergency response after an incident to prevention beforehand, establishing a complete governance chain from early warning to learning. The author also recommends starting by testing early anomaly detection technology at large public facilities. Opinion: Lai Ching-te says peace cannot rely on wishes alone—but what about America’s commitments?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397365https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397365Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article reflects on President Lai Ching-te’s National Day address, which emphasized national defense and deterring war. Drawing on international developments, including the Trump administration’s diesel deal with Russia, it notes that major powers’ interests can change with circumstances. The article urges Taiwan to recognize the uncertainty of international politics and not treat U.S. security commitments as a permanent insurance policy. Instead, it says Taiwan should reduce the risk of conflict through diplomacy and crisis management, and prepare for potential policy shifts. From Shanghai to Moscow, these “students” traveled for three months: Excerpt from The Kremlin’s Chinese Vanguard (2)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397207https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397207Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒本文敘述1921至1926年間中共早期領導人如劉少奇、任弼時、鄧小平等赴莫斯科東方勞動者共產主義大學留學的歷史細節，涵蓋其抵達過程、化名制度及生活狀況。 4 women in the 2026 local elections! One has Lu Hsiu-yen’s backing, another is taking on the county magistrate’s race after serving as speaker: A look at their political backgroundshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397206https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397206Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒As the 2026 local elections enter their final countdown, 4 women candidates are making bids for city and county leadership, moving up from lower-level offices. They include Wu Pin-rui, who has the KMT’s support and backing from female figures in the blue camp; the DPP’s Chen Pin-an; and KMT candidates Yu Shu-chen and Wu Hsiu-hua. Their campaigns highlight the political influence and policy platforms of women in local elections. A 68-year-old grandmother retired and began helping pick up her grandchild, going from 2 days a week to 4! Then she received a LINE message from her daughter and finally couldn’t hold back her true feelingshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397205https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397205Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒久美子, a 68-year-old grandmother, found her life constrained by regularly helping her daughter take her granddaughter to and from school without pay. When her daughter suddenly asked her to change plans just before a trip, she finally voiced her frustration and set boundaries. They later reached an agreement to reduce the pickups to 2 days a week, with her daughter sharing the related costs, allowing the older woman to regain control of her retirement. The fortunes of 3 Chinese zodiac signs surge in late October! Career and windfall income both take off, benefactors bring money, and savings soar before year-endhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397208https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397208Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article analyzes the fortunes of people born in the Year of the Tiger, Rabbit and Horse in late October, saying that these 3 signs have strong prospects for both regular and windfall income. It recommends making the most of opportunities from benefactors and personal connections to reach savings goals by year-end. Dell plunges 18% for 2 straight days as AI spending concerns trigger sell-offhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397601https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397601Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:00:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網戴爾科技股價因AI支出疑慮連續兩日重挫18%，巴克萊下調評級至中立，分析師指當前營收強勁主要源自記憶體漲價而非顯著AI採用轉折。 AI stocks’ sell-off is not yet oversold; JPMorgan flags 4 major concerns: This rebound may take longerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397602https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397602Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:50:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網摩根大通策略師警告，受市場買盤疲軟、庫藏股減少及槓桿ETF規模擴大影響，AI股此次反彈恐緩慢。韓國雙雄股價大跌顯示資本支出疑慮，整體產業面臨獲利與競爭壓力。 AI wreaks havoc? Entire season of new Swedish reality show deleted; production team forced to recut it in tearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397603https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397603Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:41:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The edited season of Swedish reality show The Challenge was deleted, apparently due to AI or human error. The backup system also failed, forcing the team to urgently recut the show before it aired. Not just betting on AI chips: Bolt Graphics targets scientific computing and professional graphics, plans to raise $100 million at a valuation of up to $700 millionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397604https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397604Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:40:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Chip-design startup Bolt Graphics is actively seeking to raise about $100 million at a target valuation of $700 million. It aims to develop non-AI graphics processors for scientific computing and professional graphics, setting itself apart from 輝達 and 超微. 1 trillion wiped out in two months! 長鑫科技’s market value falls below 3 trillion yuan, ceding A-share crown to ICBChttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397606https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397606Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:30:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網長鑫科技’s market value fell below 3 trillion yuan, ceding the A-share crown to ICBC. Despite continued technological advances, its share price and market value have given up substantial gains amid concerns over global AI investment. 輝達, AMD and Dell extend losses: Why are AI-related stocks plunging?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397605https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397605Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:30:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網AI-related stocks including 輝達, AMD and Dell continued to fall on Thursday, as the world’s 20 largest AI and semiconductor stocks by market value shed more than $1 trillion combined. The market is concerned that higher interest rates will raise financing costs and that memory chips will be oversupplied, but 輝達 CEO Jensen Huang said CoreWeave’s cost of capital is declining, easing some concerns. No longer chasing only AI, 華爾街 embraces Buffett-style “boring investments” againhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397607https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397607Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:20:50 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Investment sentiment on 華爾街 is shifting, with money moving away from chasing AI momentum and toward earnings quality. 高盛 data show strong performance by the quality factor, with a strategy of going long quality and short momentum delivering significant gains. Against a backdrop of cooling earnings expectations and high interest rates, Buffett-style conservative investing is back in favor. Record earnings for 6 straight quarters, yet shares fall! 台積電 ADR drops nearly 2% as competition for AI capacity heats uphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397608https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397608Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:20:13 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網台積電 posted record third-quarter profits for the 6th consecutive quarter, but its ADR fell under selling pressure. The battle for AI capacity is intensifying. C.C. Wei said demand was extremely strong, and the company continues to assess expansion plans in Texas and Arizona. 台積電 and 阿里巴巴 among those included as Cboe plans to extend options trading hours on 10/19https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397295https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397295Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:04:31 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Cboe Global Markets announced that its exchanges will extend trading hours for options on selected stocks and ETFs starting 10/19. The offerings include options on 台積電 ADR, 阿里巴巴 and the Magnificent Seven, with new brief premarket and after-hours sessions allowing investors to adjust their positions. A major bull market is brewing in U.S. stocks: hedge fund heavyweight names the “S&P 493” as the next market leaderhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397296https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397296Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Hayes, founder of hedge fund Great Hill Capital, expects the S&P 500 to enter a bull market led by stocks outside the Magnificent Seven, and favors names such as 阿里巴巴. He believes the rally in memory stocks is over. 〈After-Hours Energy〉U.S. weighs easing shadow fleet sanctions; inventories plunge 8.6 million barrels; WTI rises more than 3%, Brent slipshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397297https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397297Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:51:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The U.S. is considering easing sanctions on the shadow fleet to lower shipping costs, while the ongoing Middle East conflict continues to push up risk premiums. WTI rose more than 3% after inventories fell by 8.6 million barrels, while Brent edged lower. The IEA and other countries are accelerating oil releases to stabilize the market. Musk accuses memory chipmakers of "price gouging"; Korean engineer hits back, saying 特斯拉's terms are "harsh" as it also poaches talent from 三星https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397298https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397298Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:50:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Musk's criticism of memory suppliers' pricing sparked controversy, with South Korean engineers firing back and accusing 特斯拉 of imposing harsh terms on 三星 and poaching its employees. 台積電 confirmed talks on cooperation with Terafab, but insisted on retaining control. 〈U.S. Stocks After Hours〉Huang Renxun backs CoreWeave; Dow surges 556 points; 台積電 ADR falls nearly 2%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397299https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397299Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:44:31 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網美股週四受通膨數據與AI融資疑慮影響震盪，道瓊大漲逾550點。輝達CEO黃仁勳力挺CoreWeave緩解市場恐慌，但半導體與記憶體股因供給前景與估值問題遭賣壓，台積電ADR跌近2%。 〈New York FX〉Dollar falls as bond rebound eases inflation data shockhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397300https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397300Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:42:40 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The dollar retreated from an 18-month high on Thursday as investors focused on an AI-related bond selloff and cautious remarks from Federal Reserve officials, lowering expectations for an October rate hike. Despite strong U.S. inflation and consumer data, rising Treasury prices pushed the dollar index down 0.45% to 101.99. The euro and pound rebounded, while the market saw the odds of rates remaining unchanged in October rise to 73%. 【Yuan Zhifeng Column】Hang Seng TECH Index Hits More Than 2-Year Lowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397301https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397301Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:42:14 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Hong Kong stocks broadly fell on Thursday, with the Hang Seng Index closing down 1.0% and the Hang Seng Tech Index posting a more than 2-year low. Technology and semiconductor stocks led losses, while online healthcare and beer stocks gained against the trend. On the macro front, U.S. September PPI came in above expectations, pointing to continued inflationary pressure. Among individual stocks, 理想汽車 plans to issue panda bonds, while 招金礦業 reported lower profit for the first 3 quarters. Intel Foundry reportedly lands orders from 6 major companies, including Apple and Nvidia; KeyBanc bullish on 14A and advanced packaging opportunitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397302https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397302Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:20:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網 〈Taiwan Stocks: Pre-Market News〉台積電 raises full-year U.S. dollar revenue growth forecast to 44%; foreign investors dump a record NT$302.5 billionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397303https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397303Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:10:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網台積電 raised its full-year revenue forecast at its earnings call, but Taiwan stocks plunged to a record foreign-investor net selloff amid U.S. CPI and AI financing risks. 國泰金 and 富邦金 reported strong profits, while 台達電 warned of power supply challenges. Philadelphia Semiconductor Index market value plunges by more than $1 trillion; leveraged ETFs draw more than $430 million in 3 trading days, with this week's total set to be the highest since early Septemberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397145https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397145Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:50:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index's decline shrank its market value, but VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) and the 3x leveraged ETF (SOXL) attracted heavy inflows against the trend, reflecting retail investors' buy-the-dip strategy. Lawyer credentials questioned，White House press secretary Zakaria admits she did not pass bar examhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397774https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397774Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:39:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe lawyer credentials of new White House press secretary Zakaria have come under scrutiny。 She admitted she did not pass the California bar exam，and clarified that her earlier answer that she had “passed the exam in China” resulted from mishearing the question。 Media reports say she has no license to practice in any U.S. state or in Washington，D.C.，but emphasize that her law degree is sufficient for her White House role。 歐盟 summit focuses on trade imbalance with China，Council president calls for fair competition for European companieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397768Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:31:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALeaders of 歐盟 gathered in Brussels for a summit focused on the trade imbalance with 中國。 Council President Costa called for fair competition for European companies，while Commission President von der Leyen outlined preliminary results from trade talks with China and sought member states’ support to protect the 歐盟 market。 20261016 Good Morning World》Micron opens new plant，President Lai：The more the world needs AI，the more it needs a trustworthy Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397758https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397758Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:20:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMicron opened a new plant，and President Lai stressed Taiwan’s importance in the AI era。 台積電 reported record Q3 revenue and raised its targets，and is considering expanding production in Texas。 U.S. and Asian stocks fell on inflation data，while Taiwan stocks plunged。 中油 is planning to purchase natural gas from Alaska。 Volvo expands partnership with 輝達，plans to introduce next-generation self-driving technology before 2030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397600https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397600Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:54:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASwedish automaker Volvo announced an expanded partnership with 輝達 to combine their technologies in developing a next-generation autonomous driving system。 The system is expected to be introduced in vehicles before 2030，with safety as the top priority。 Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo spreads to 8th province，adding to challenges in containing the diseasehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397583https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397583Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:33:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has spread to North Ubangi，the 8th affected province，adding to the challenges of containing the disease。 More than 9,000 cases have been confirmed and 4,000 people have died，and the outbreak has also reached Kenya。 Oregon elementary school shooting，police say multiple victims and gunman deadhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397435https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397435Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:23:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA shooting took place at 銀軌小學 in Oregon，with multiple victims and the gunman dead，police said。 At least 2 people were taken to hospital。 Oregon elementary school shooting，police say multiple victims and gunman deadhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397775https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397775Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA shooting took place at 銀軌小學 in Oregon，with multiple victims and the gunman dead，police said。 At least 2 people were taken to hospital。 Two Romanian merchant ships hit by drones and catch fire in Black Sea，7 missinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397289https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397289Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:44:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATwo merchant ships off Romania’s Black Sea coast were hit by drones and caught fire，leaving 7 crew members missing and raising concerns about the safety of a key Ukrainian shipping route。 NATO sources said the drones came from Russia。 Minibus crashes into train near Channel Tunnel in France，at least 19 injuredhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397276https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397276Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:30:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA法國境內英法海底隧道入口附近發生小巴撞擊靜止火車事故，造成巴士駕駛及18名乘客受傷，其中5人傷勢嚴重但無生命危險；歐洲之星列車有兩班次取消。 Google launches AI news initiative，with more than 400 media outlets including CNN licensing contenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397266https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397266Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:01:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGoogle launched an AI news initiative that has attracted more than 400 publishers，including CNN，金融時報 and Axios。 They are licensing content for use by generative AI and exploring ways to increase audience engagement。 Investors shift to stocks beyond AI，Dow Jones closes up more than 500 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397265https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-06/index-en-p2.html#n3397265Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:57:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Dow Jones Industrial Average closed up more than 500 points as investors shifted to stocks outside AI and digested inflation data。 The Nasdaq and S&P 500 edged higher，while the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index fell。 [Up to 100a] Boosting doctors’ quality of life! 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